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Moist Cranberry Orange Bread: Best Homemade Glazed Recipe

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A dense, moist quick bread featuring tart cranberries and bright orange zest, topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. This recipe uses yogurt and oil for superior moisture and is perfect for rainy days or gifting.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
  • 2–3 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk sugar and oil until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, whisking after each. Mix in yogurt, vanilla, and orange zest.
  4. Pour dry ingredients into wet ingredients. Gently fold with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in fresh and dried cranberries.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, covering loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
  7. Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with moist crumbs.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth to create the glaze.
  10. Drizzle glaze over the warm bread and let it set for 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture. If using frozen cranberries, do not thaw them; toss in a teaspoon of flour before folding in to prevent sinking. For best results, use room temperature eggs and yogurt. The bread tastes even better on day two as flavors meld.

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Keywords: cranberry orange bread, quick bread, glazed bread, moist bread, holiday baking, winter recipe, vanilla glaze

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